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BulletSS · 11-09-2009, 09:28 AM

Is anyone else have problems with the tension of the seat belt? I know the benefits of not having slack in the belt for injury prevention, but this is the first car I've had that the belt tension is actually getting uncomfortable. In my 4th gen, the belt was comfortable while not having slack, but in my 5th gen, the belt feels like it gets tighter and tighter as I drive (not locking though). It gets to the point where I'm driving down the road and holding it off my shoulder due to the discomfort.

Anyone know a way to release some of the tension? I don't want it hanging loose, just not as tight when it retracts.

Thanks!

ffrcobra_65 · 11-09-2009, 11:06 AM

The tension is just fine. I think what you are finding uncomfy and annoying is the lack of belt height adjustment. The belt has the tendency to rest against the side of your my neck and it becomes uncomfy over time. That is what I find annoying. I need to get one of those belt guard thingies.

KMPrenger · 11-09-2009, 11:38 AM

Yep...its not the tension, but the position that annoys me. One thing the Camaro is missing is the ability to lower or raise the belt where it connects behind the door. I constantly find myself moving the belt b/c its rubbing my neck.

Maybe raising my seat height would help some, but doubt it would help very much. Guess I need to invest in some kind of seat belt cushion thingy!

Laserjen · 11-09-2009, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KMPrenger

Yep...its not the tension, but the position that annoys me. One thing the Camaro is missing is the ability to lower or raise the belt where it connects behind the door. I constantly find myself moving the belt b/c its rubbing my neck.

Maybe raising my seat height would help some, but doubt it would help very much. Guess I need to invest in some kind of seat belt cushion thingy!

Raising the seat probably won't help since the strap holding the seat belt is attached to the seat. I bought a seat belt adjuster and it works pretty well, http://www.amazon.com/Heininger-Auto...7807860&sr=8-1.

BulletSS · 11-13-2009, 11:19 AM

So, has anyone been able to make adjustments to the belt to make it more comfortable? I've moved my seat all around but it's not helping.

Thanks.

11-09-2009, 09:28 AM	#1
BulletSS Drives: 2SS/RS CGM M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Illinois Posts: 114	Seat belt tension Is anyone else have problems with the tension of the seat belt? I know the benefits of not having slack in the belt for injury prevention, but this is the first car I've had that the belt tension is actually getting uncomfortable. In my 4th gen, the belt was comfortable while not having slack, but in my 5th gen, the belt feels like it gets tighter and tighter as I drive (not locking though). It gets to the point where I'm driving down the road and holding it off my shoulder due to the discomfort. Anyone know a way to release some of the tension? I don't want it hanging loose, just not as tight when it retracts. Thanks! __________________ 2SS/RS CGM M6- Ordered 8/24; Delivered 9/29 Like a speeding bullet, from ordered to delivered in only 36 days! Past rides: 2000 Camaro SS 1997 Camaro 1992 Camaro RS 1980 Camaro

11-09-2009, 11:38 AM	#3
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	Yep...its not the tension, but the position that annoys me. One thing the Camaro is missing is the ability to lower or raise the belt where it connects behind the door. I constantly find myself moving the belt b/c its rubbing my neck. Maybe raising my seat height would help some, but doubt it would help very much. Guess I need to invest in some kind of seat belt cushion thingy! __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

11-13-2009, 11:19 AM	#5
BulletSS Drives: 2SS/RS CGM M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Illinois Posts: 114	So, has anyone been able to make adjustments to the belt to make it more comfortable? I've moved my seat all around but it's not helping. Thanks. __________________ 2SS/RS CGM M6- Ordered 8/24; Delivered 9/29 Like a speeding bullet, from ordered to delivered in only 36 days! Past rides: 2000 Camaro SS 1997 Camaro 1992 Camaro RS 1980 Camaro

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11-09-2009, 11:06 AM	#2
ffrcobra_65 Account Suspended Drives: SuperCharged 2SS/RS IOM MN6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: CA Posts: 5,094	The tension is just fine. I think what you are finding uncomfy and annoying is the lack of belt height adjustment. The belt has the tendency to rest against the side of your my neck and it becomes uncomfy over time. That is what I find annoying. I need to get one of those belt guard thingies.